Cramahe public meetings in 2024

Council Information Package

The Township of Cramahe Council will review resolutions from other municipalities regarding homelessness, land transfer tax, and rural road safety. The meeting is for information only and has no scheduled decisions.

• AMO Policy Update on Homelessness Encampments Legislation
• Resolution requesting resignation of M.P.P. of Algoma-Manitoulin
• Resolution regarding Increase to Tile Drain Loan Limit
• Resolution supporting improvements to Catch and Release Program
• Resolution supporting redistribution of Provincial Land Transfer Tax and GST

Council Meeting

The Cramahe Township Council will adopt minutes from previous meetings, receive reports from advisory committees, and consider several resolutions. Council will approve three zoning by‑law amendments (123 King Street East and 767 Mount Pleasant Road) and a new speed‑limit by‑law. The council will also receive and approve the 2025 Budget Schedule and authorize a boundary road agreement with the Municipality of Brighton.

• By‑law 2024‑62 – amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By‑Law for 123 King Street East
• By‑law 2024‑65 – new Rate of Speed By‑law replacing By‑law 2020‑26
• By‑law 2024‑68 – amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By‑law for 767 Mount Pleasant Road
• Approval of the 2025 Budget Schedule (FIN‑09‑24) and Schedule A
• Authorization of a Boundary Road Agreement with the Municipality of Brighton (PW‑TRANSPORTATION‑07‑24)

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council will review public comments and correspondence, including a report from the Lower Trent Conservation Board and a Cramahe construction report. It will also be briefed on several resolutions from other municipalities, such as a request to amend the Ontario Building Code, calls to update the Municipal Elections Act, and proposals for an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program. No items are slated for a vote at this meeting.

• Lower Trent Conservation Board – public comments attached
• Cramahe Construction Report – public comments attached
• Township of Papineau‑Cameron resolution requesting amendment to the Ontario Building Code
• Calls for the province to update the Municipal Elections Act (multiple municipalities)
• Establishment of an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program (multiple municipalities)

Committee of the Whole

The Cramahe Township Committee of the Whole will consider a discussion on the West Northumberland Doctor Recruitment Committee, led by Mayor Martin. Councillor Schriver will move a motion under section 24.9 of Procedural By‑law 2021‑91 to consider matters previously deferred. The committee will also receive reports and make recommendations on the Castleton Cenotaph restoration grant, intersection improvements on Morganston Road, and a military exercise on township land.

• West Northumberland Doctor Recruitment Committee discussion (Mayor Martin to speak)
• Procedural By‑law motion to consider matters previously deferred (Councillor Schriver)
• Recommendation to prepare a Veterans Affairs of Canada grant for Castleton Cenotaph restoration
• Approval of funding for intersection improvements on Morganston Road (County Rd 25/27)
• Council support for the Trillium Venture 25 military exercise on township land

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting to review three Planning Act zoning by-law amendment applications. One proposal (D14-BYK-15-24) seeks to rezone vacant land at Concession 2 Part Lot 30 on Elgin Street from Residential to Industrial for a private business. Another (D14-GEE-16-24) aims to bring a severed lot at Concession 7 Part Lot 22 on Parsons Road into zoning compliance, and a third (D14-CRM-17-24) is a housekeeping amendment to correct an administrative error affecting 767 Mount Pleasant Road and adjacent property.

• D14-BYK-15-24: Rezoning of Concession 2 Part Lot 30 (vacant) at Elgin Street from Residential to Industrial
• D14-GEE-16-24: Zoning amendment for Concession 7 Part Lot 22 (vacant) at Parsons Road to achieve compliance for a severed lot
• D14-CRM-17-24: House‑keeping amendment to the Comprehensive Zoning By‑Law for 767 Mount Pleasant Road and neighboring vacant lot
• Agency comments received: County of Northumberland, Lower Trent Conservation, Public Works, Chief Building Official, and others; no public comments submitted
• All three items are being considered under Section 34 of the Planning Act at the public meeting

Healthcare Needs Committee

The Township of Cramahe Healthcare Needs Committee will confirm the agenda, approve minutes from November 18, 2024, and discuss inventory analysis and public consultation development.

• Approval of November 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion on inventory analysis and network resources
• Discussion on survey and public consultation development

Committee of Adjustment

The Cramahe Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two development applications: D10-ARC-04-24 for a severance and transfer of Carr Cemetery land at 312 Begg Road, and D10-WIL-15-24 for a lot on Concession 7, Part of Lot 21 (Pinewood School Road). Planning staff will present reports and review comments from agencies and the public. The committee will consider motions to approve each application with conditions, including payment of taxes, a $1,100 cash‑in‑lieu parkland fee for the Pinewood School Road lot, rezoning, and submission of reference plans and deeds. Routine items such as adoption of minutes and public comments are also on the agenda.

• Application D10-ARC-04-24 – severance and transfer of Carr Cemetery land at 312 Begg Road; recommended approval with conditions (taxes paid, reference plan filed, rezoning, deed submission, cemetery land transferred at no cost).
• Application D10-WIL-15-24 – lot on Concession 7, Part of Lot 21 (Pinewood School Road); recommended approval with conditions (taxes paid, $1,100 cash‑in‑lieu parkland fee, reference plan filed, rezoning, deed submission).
• Adoption of minutes from the October 22, 2024 Committee of Adjustment meeting.
• Public comments and traditional territory acknowledgment at the start of the meeting.
• Adjournment of the meeting.

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council will vote on six amendments to the Comprehensive Zoning By-Law for properties on Pinewood School Road, Penryn Road, Townline Road, and King Street East. The council will also approve $60,000 funding from the Road Construction Reserve for storm‑sewer pipe replacement. Additional items include adoption of previous meeting minutes, receipt of a delegation from the Community Foundation of Campbellford/Seymour and Northumberland, and authorization of repairs to municipal signage.

• Approval of six zoning by‑law amendments for properties on Pinewood School Road, Penryn Road, Townline Road, and King Street East
• Funding of $60,000 from the Road Construction Reserve for storm‑sewer pipe replacement
• Authorization of immediate repair and stabilization of Cramahe signs on County Road 22 and County Road 25
• Receipt of a delegation from the Community Foundation of Campbellford/Seymour and Northumberland for information

Healthcare Needs Committee

The Healthcare Needs Committee will appoint a chair and vice‑chair, receive two informational packages, and discuss the West Northumberland Physician Recruitment Board 2025 funding request and the final physician recruitment strategy. Members will also examine current healthcare gaps in Cramahe and outline three achievable goals and a data‑collection plan.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice‑Chair for the Healthcare Needs Committee
• Receipt of items 7.1 (Terms of Reference) and 7.2 (Funding request and recruitment strategy) for information
• Review of the West Northumberland Physician Recruitment Board 2025 funding request
• Review of the Final Physician Recruitment Strategy dated September 26
• Discussion of existing healthcare gaps, goals, and community data‑collection methods

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 21, 2024. It will discuss information items including several upcoming events: Skate with Santa on December 21, 2024; Christmas Parade Float on November 23, 2024; Festival of Trees on November 22‑23, 2024; and a Pet Parade on December 1, 2024, as well as an ESSP update. The meeting will end with confirmation of the next meeting and adjournment.

• Approve agenda as presented
• Approve October 21, 2024 minutes
• Discuss Skate with Santa event – Dec 21, 2024, 8:00 am‑10:00 am
• Discuss Christmas Parade Float – Nov 23, 2024
• Discuss Festival of Trees – Nov 22‑23, 2024

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Council will receive and review a series of correspondence and public comments. Items include letters of support from community groups, a road‑safety program proposal, and a ministerial letter about the 2025 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund. The agenda also lists support resolutions submitted by other municipalities on road safety, police funding, green‑roads pilots and assessment‑cycle issues. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for information only.

• Community Foundation of Campbellford/Seymour and Northumberland – Letter of Support (CFCSN Letter of Support.pdf)
• Ontario Good Roads Association – Letter regarding establishment of an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program (establishment of an Ontario Rural Road Safety Program.pdf)
• Minister of Finance Peter Bethlenfalvy – Letter on the 2025 Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (2025 OMPF - Letter to Heads of Council.pdf)
• Support resolutions from other municipalities on road‑safety, OPP funding, green‑roads pilot and assessment‑cycle matters (e.g., Town of the Blue Mountains, Township of Larder Lake, Town of Petawawa, Township of Whitewater Region, Town of Wasaga Beach, Municipality of Wawa, Township of Georgian Bay, Town of Aurora)
• Cramahe Building Department – October Construction Report (10. October 2024.pdf)

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council will receive public comments and documents from the Lower Trent Conservation Board, Enbridge Gas, and MPP David Piccini. It will also consider a series of support resolutions submitted by the County of Northumberland, the Municipality of St.-Charles, and the Township of Clearview. No decisions or votes are listed in this information package.

• Lower Trent Conservation Board – September 9, 2024 board meeting minutes
• Enbridge Gas – 2025 Federal Carbon Pricing Program (FCPP) application
• MPP David Piccini – Letter on potential future of firefighter training in Northumberland County
• County of Northumberland – Support resolution for Public Sector Salary Disclosure
• County of Northumberland – Support resolution for Canada Community‑Building Fund

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to review updates on signage and business recognition. The committee is also preparing budget requests for issue papers under the Planning & Development budget.

• Update on Cramahe Signage Report provided November 5, 2024
• Post-event discussion regarding Business Recognition Awards
• Status update on the business list
• Preparation of budget requests for issue papers due to the Treasurer by November 15, 2024

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a Section 34 Planning Act public meeting to consider a zoning by‑law amendment required by consent application D10‑NLT‑13‑24. The amendment would bring the severed and retained lot at Concession 7 Part Lot 17, 500 Pinewood School Road, into zoning compliance. Agency comments were received with no concerns, and no public comments were submitted.

• Zoning by‑law amendment for 500 Pinewood School Road (Concession 7 Part Lot 17)
• Consent application file D10‑NLT‑13‑24
• Agency comments: no concerns from County, Conservation, Fire, Hydro One, etc.
• Public comments: none received
• Attachments: notice, property map, signed application, sketch

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss three proposed zoning by-law amendments and a draft updated procedural by-law. The body will also receive a project update on the Elgin Street Sports Park and a report on township signage.

• Zoning By-Law Amendment for 702 Penryn Road (PLAN-56-24)
• Zoning By-Law Amendment for 222 Pinewood School Road (PLAN-58-24)
• Zoning By-Law Amendment for Townline Road (PLAN-59-24)
• Proposed repair and stabilization of Cramahe Signs at County Road 22 and County Road 25
• Draft Updated Procedural By-law (CLERKS-28-24)

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe is holding a statutory public meeting on November 5, 2024 to collect public input on proposed amendments to Procedural By-law 2021-91. No decisions will be made at this meeting; the council will consider the amendments at its meeting on November 19, 2024. The proposed changes include updated terminology, new electronic media guidelines, moving council meetings to the Keeler Centre Rotary Hall, adding a Respectful Conduct policy, and streamlining procedural steps.

• Proposed amendment to Procedural By-law 2021-91 (draft BL-51-24)
• Update of terminology and removal of redundancies
• New electronic media recording guidelines
• Change of council meeting location to Keeler Centre Rotary Hall
• Inclusion of Respectful Conduct policy and agenda adjustments

Special Council Meeting

The Cramahe Township Special Council will consider several routine items. These include approving the agenda, adopting the minutes from the June 21, 2024 meeting, receiving a report on refrigeration issues at the Keeler Centre, and adopting By-law 2024-57 that confirms the Hybrid Corporation meeting held on October 20, 2024. The council will also provide staff direction on the refrigeration report and hold an open forum for public questions.

• Adopt By-law 2024-57 to confirm the Hybrid Corporation meeting held Oct 20, 2024
• Approve minutes from the Special Council meeting of June 21, 2024
• Receive Report REC‑24‑24 on Keeler Centre refrigeration system issues and give staff direction
• Approve the meeting agenda as presented
• Open forum for public questions (three‑minute limit per participant)

Committee of Adjustment

The Cramahe Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two applications for consent. One concerns 500 Pinewood School Road and the other 205 King Street East in Colborne. Staff will present reports and review comments from the public and agencies before the Committee considers motions on each case.

• Hearing of File D10-NLT-13-24 – 500 Pinewood School Road
• Hearing of File D10-RUT-14-24 – 205 King Street East, Colborne
• Report from Manager of Planning & Development for each application
• Review of public and agency comments for both applications
• Motions regarding the disposition of each hearing

Council Meeting

Council will decide on several zoning by-law amendments and the approval of a 2022-2026 Strategic Plan. The body is also considering a $1 million provincial grant application to replace the refrigeration system at the Keeler Centre.

• Application for $1,000,000 Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund grant for Keeler Centre
• Zoning By-law Amendments for 1580 Morganston Road, 5 Robertson Street, and 3215 County Road 25
• Award of RFP-2024-02 for Sale of Standing Timber-Cramahe Forest to Robinson Forest Products Ltd.
• Approval of the 2022-2026 Strategic Plan and a draft Social Media Policy
• Endorsement of the Foxtail South Subdivision Plan

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will receive items 7.a and 7.b for information and discussion. Item 7.a covers future events such as the Skate with Santa event, a Christmas Vendors Market delegation, a Festival of Trees tree donation, and a Pet Parade ESSP table. Item 7.b includes an update on grant applications from Chris Curwin. No formal decisions are recorded for these items at this meeting.

• Skate with Santa event planning
• Delegation from Economic Development for a Christmas Vendors Market
• Committee donation of a tree for the Festival of Trees with ESSP theme
• Discussion of an ESSP table at the Pet Parade in Castleton Town Hall
• Grant application status update by Chris Curwin

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council meeting is for information only. Council members will review the 2024 draft budget and levy letter for Cramahe. They will also receive several resolutions and letters from other municipalities concerning radioactive material transport, transit funding, and updates to the Municipal Elections Act. No decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Cramahe levy letter – 2024 draft budget and levy information
• Letter to Premier Doug Ford formally opposing transport of radioactive material to Nairn and Hyman
• Letter supporting continued funding for Southwest Community Transit
• AMCTO recommendations for updates to the Municipal Elections Act
• Support for AMCTO provincial updates to the Municipal Elections Act

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to review a draft report regarding the Christmas Vendors Market. The committee will also consider the adoption of minutes from the September 30, 2024 meeting.

• Review of draft Christmas Market Report

Council Information Package

This is an information package for council members. It contains correspondence regarding a joint session on housing and homelessness, police reports, and various resolutions from other municipalities for review.

• Joint session on Homelessness 101 Tours and Training scheduled for November 7, 2024
• August report from the Joint Northumberland Police Services Board
• September 2024 Cramahe Construction Report
• Correspondence regarding the Ontario Deposit Return Program expansion
• Resolutions from other municipalities regarding the Municipal Elections Act and the Canada Community-Building Fund

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee is meeting to review several information items. The body will discuss public education partnerships and receive updates on the 2024 PPS. The committee is also requesting comments regarding a farm consolidation at 312 Begg Road.

• Request for comments on agricultural severance for farm consolidation at 312 Begg Road
• Discussion on public education partnerships, including the Apple Blossom Festival
• Update on 2024 PPS changes provided by V. Heffernan
• Information on the Guardian Network suicide prevention resource for farmers

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting under the Planning Act to consider several zoning by‑law amendments. Amendments are proposed for 702 Penryn Road, 123 King Street East, 222 Pinewood School Road, and the Townline Road/County Road 31 area to bring severed lots into compliance. The amendment for 123 King Street East seeks to permit medium‑density residential development by amending the R3‑5 zone and removing unit sizing restrictions. No public comments have been received on any of the applications.

• Zoning By‑Law amendment for 702 Penryn Road (D14‑ALL‑09‑24) to bring severed and retained lots into zoning compliance.
• Zoning By‑Law amendment for 123 King Street East (D14‑NOR‑10‑24) to allow medium‑density residential (R3‑5) development and remove unit sizing restrictions.
• Zoning By‑Law amendment for 222 Pinewood School Road (D14‑BER‑11‑24) to bring severed and retained lots into zoning compliance.
• Zoning By‑Law amendment for Townline Road and County Road 31 (D14‑GIL‑12‑24) to bring severed and retained lots into zoning compliance.
• All items are statutory public meetings under Section 34 of the Planning Act.

Committee of the Whole

The Cramahe Committee of the Whole will receive a fire master plan summary presentation. It will adopt minutes from three prior meetings and consider the draft strategic plan for 2024‑2027. The committee will recommend that Council award RFP‑2024‑02 for the sale of standing timber in Cramahe Forest to Robinson Forest Products Ltd. It will also recommend approval of a free facility request for a Santa Claus Pet Parade in Castleton on December 1, 2024.

• Fire Master Plan summary presentation (information only)
• Adoption of minutes from September 10, 2024 Committee of the Whole, August 26, 2024 Economic Development Committee, and June 28, 2024 Heritage Committee
• Consideration and recommendation on the draft Strategic Plan 2024‑2027
• Recommendation to award RFP‑2024‑02 Sale of Standing Timber – Cramahe Forest to Robinson Forest Products Ltd.
• Recommendation to approve free facility request for Castleton Pet Parade on December 1, 2024

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Council meeting is an information‑only session. It reviews correspondence and a series of resolutions received from other municipalities, with no decisions or votes recorded by Cramahe.

• Resolution on Solve the Crisis – homelessness, mental health and addictions (Council Correspondence – September 25 2024)
• Resolution on Alcohol Sales & Provincial Alcohol Strategy (2024‑332)
• Resolution on Rideshare Services (Hon Doug Ford)
• Resolution on Importation of Used Lithium‑ion Batteries (Town of Cobourg)
• Support resolutions from other municipalities (tile drain loan limit, physician shortage, sustainable infrastructure funding, nicotine pouch regulation, asset retirement obligation)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee is meeting to appoint a Chair for the 2022-2026 term. The body will discuss encouraging local artisans and small businesses to participate in Moonlight Magic. Members will also review updates on business recognition awards and signage.

• Vote to appoint a Chair for the 2022-2026 Term
• Discussion on Moonlight Magic partnership for downtown Colborne businesses
• Progress update on Business Recognition Awards
• Discussion on Cramahe signage
• Review of business list updates and promotional brochures

Council Information Package

This is a Council Information Package provided for information only. It contains correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities for council review.

• Proclamation of Hispanic Heritage Month - October 2024
• Resolution supporting Ontario Long Service Medals
• Support for provincial updates to the Municipal Elections Act (from Township of Amaranth and Municipality of Casselman)
• Support for combining AMO and ROMA Conferences (from Municipality of East Ferris)

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council approved By-law 2024-44 to assume land for road widening on Colton Street and By-law 2024-34 to prohibit fire hydrant obstruction. They also approved By-law 2024-45 to appoint members to committees and By-law 2024-46 to amend the zoning by-law for 188 Inglis Road.

• By-law 2024-44: Colton Street Assumption for Road Widening
• By-law 2024-34: Fire Hydrant By-law
• By-law 2024-45: Appointment to Committees
• By-law 2024-46: Zoning By-law Amendment - 188 Inglis Road
• By-law 2024-44: Colton Street Assumption for Road Widening

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing two land-use applications. The body is considering approvals for a property at 228 Dingman Road and another at 223 Trottman Road.

• Hearing for 228 Dingman Road (D10-PAY-12-24) with a proposed $1,100 Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland fee
• Hearing for 223 Trottman Road (D13-WAL-05-24)

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Council will receive public comments from Canadian National Railway, the Ministry of Natural Resources, the Lower Trent Conservation Board, and the Royal Canadian Legion. The Ministry of Natural Resources notes a flood mapping program that can provide up to 50% matched federal funding for eligible projects. The council will also consider support resolutions from other municipalities on physician shortages, cellular coverage, and policing funding. No agenda items are marked for a vote at this meeting.

• Rail Safety Week Proclamation Request from Canadian National Railway
• Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program offering up to 50% federal match
• Annual Santa Claus Parade scheduled for Saturday, November 23, 2024
• Resolution supporting the Joint Health Resolution Campaign on physician shortage
• Resolution urging federal action on cellular tower installations

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council meeting on September 13, 2024 is an information‑only session. Council members will receive public comments and documents from the Lower Trent Conservation Authority, the Building Department, the OPP, and the Ministry of Natural Resources. The agenda also includes support resolutions from several municipalities such as Brantford, Plympton‑Wyoming, Orillia, and others. No items are marked for a vote or decision at this meeting.

• 2025 Fee Policy and Schedule Notice of Public Consultation (Lower Trent Conservation)
• August Building Report (Building Department)
• Northumberland County Board Report – July 2024 (OPP)
• Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping Program letter (Ministry of Natural Resources)
• Support resolutions from other municipalities (e.g., City of Brantford, Town of Plympton‑Wyoming, City of Orillia)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee is discussing a draft strategic plan and a proposed Public Conduct Policy to address unreasonable behavior. The body is also reviewing several administrative items, including the 2025 Council calendar and a potential snowmobile association agreement.

• Motion to reconsider the Draft Public Conduct Policy (CLERKS-13-24)
• MOU request from the Great Pine Ridge Snowmobile Association (CLERKS-18-24)
• Draft conditions for Foxtail South subdivision approval (PLAN-35-24)
• Terms of Reference for the new Cramahe Health Care Needs Advisory Committee (CLERKS-19-24)
• Proposed maintenance agreement with the Municipality of Brighton for Boundary Road

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold a statutory public meeting on September 10, 2024 at the Keeler Center, Rotary Hall, 80 Division Street, Colborne. Council will consider four separate zoning by‑law amendments: 1580 Morganston Road, 5 Robertson Street, 3215 County Road 25, and 281 Purdy Road. The amendments aim to bring lots into zoning compliance or change the zoning classification, such as from Residential (R1) to General Commercial (GC) or from Rural (R) to General Industrial (MG). Agencies have submitted comments, most reporting no concerns.

• Zoning by‑law amendment for 1580 Morganston Road (Concession 9, Part Lot 17) to bring severed and retained lots into compliance
• Zoning amendment for 5 Robertson Street (Reid Plan Lot 133) to change from Residential (R1) to General Commercial (GC)
• Zoning by‑law amendment for 3215 County Road 25 (Concession 7, Part Lot 21) to bring severed and retained lots into compliance
• Zoning amendment for 281 Purdy Road (Concession 2, Part Lot 30) to change from Rural (R) to General Industrial (MG)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Cramahe Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee will receive items for information and discussion, including a debrief of the Touch A Truck event, an update on grant opportunities, and a review of the 2025 budget. The committee will also approve the agenda, disclose any pecuniary interests, and adopt the July 29, 2024 minutes.

• Touch A Truck Debrief – committee debrief on the recent event
• Grants Discussion and Update – manager provides update on past and future grant applications
• 2025 Budget – manager discusses the upcoming Parks & Recreation budget
• Adoption of Minutes – approve July 29, 2024 meeting minutes
• Confirmation of Agenda – approve agenda as presented

Council Information Package

This document is a Council Information Package provided for information only. It contains correspondence and resolutions from other municipalities for council review.

• Provincial Planning Statement 2024
• Northumberland County resolutions on municipal infrastructure and assessment cycles
• Township of Stirling-Rawdon resolution on Public Sector Salary Disclosure
• Town of Bracebridge resolution on physician shortage
• Russell Township resolution regarding updates to the Municipal Elections Act

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Cramahe Economic Development Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and the June 24, 2024 minutes. It approved Resolution 2024-200, granting a financial contribution, the mayor’s commitment to present the Business of the Year award, and waiving fees for use of the Keeler Centre, including bartender wages. The committee also received items for information on signage, the business contact list, and discussed new business advertising brochures.

• Approval of Resolution 2024-200: financial contribution, mayor’s award commitment, and fee waivers for the Keeler Centre (bartender wages).
• Review of current and potential Cramahe signage locations and budgeting for new signs.
• Discussion of the updated business contact list and next steps.
• Consideration of business advertising and promotional brochures for Cramahe businesses.
• Adoption of the meeting agenda and June 24, 2024 minutes.

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council will review an information package that includes public comments and resolutions from other municipalities. Items include a horticultural symposium announcement, several support letters and resolutions on health, infrastructure, and community funding. No motions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association – Communities in Bloom Symposium (Sept 19 2024)
• Resolution from Township of Red Rock – Catch and Release system
• Resolution from Township of Larder Lake – Physician shortage joint health campaign
• Resolution from Township of Terrace Bay – support letters for AMO/OMA joint health, private wells, NOMA, Ontario Long Service Medals
• Resolution from Municipality of West Nipissing – Sustainable Infrastructure Funding for Small Rural Municipalities

Council Information Package

The Township of Cramahe Council receives a July 2024 construction report and an updated code of procedure for FIPPA and MFIPPA appeals effective September 9, 2024. It also reviews the Northumberland County OPP Board Report for May‑June 2024. In addition, the council is presented with a series of resolutions from other municipalities supporting family physicians, exotic‑animal regulations, water‑testing services, cellular communications, assessment cycle resumption, and a joint health campaign.

• July 2024 construction report
• Updated code of procedure for FIPPA and MFIPPA appeals – effective Sep 9 2024
• Northumberland County OPP Board Report – May‑June 2024
• Resolution from Toronto supporting family physicians
• Resolution from Caledon supporting exotic‑animal regulation and water testing

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council will receive correspondence and a series of resolutions from other municipalities for information only. Items include support for Ontario Long Service Medals, regulations on lithium‑ion batteries, increased funding for libraries and museums, and the phase‑out of free water well testing. No formal decisions or votes are indicated in this meeting.

• Resolution supporting Ontario Long Service Medals
• Resolution supporting regulations for the importation and safe use of lithium‑ion batteries
• Resolution supporting increased funding to libraries and museums
• Resolution supporting phase‑out of free water well testing
• Resolution supporting wastewater dechlorination

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss the rehabilitation of the Elgin Street Sports Park and an upcoming community event. Members will review an event package for a Touch a Truck Fun Day and discuss grant applications.

• Review of the Touch a Truck Fun Day event package for August 24, 2024
• Discussion on the Elgin Street Sports Park Rehabilitation Project
• Update on the OTF seed grant application
• Determination of interest in a donation table at the Trash N Treasures event
• Review and adoption of the save the date flyer for the Touch a Truck event

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will consider application D10-ART-11-24 for a lot at 106 Kelwood Lane. Staff will present the application, public comments, and agency feedback. The committee will vote on approving the application with conditions including payment of municipal taxes, a $1,100 cash‑in‑lieu parkland fee, deed and survey submissions, and rezoning of the lot. If approved, the applicant must meet those conditions.

• Public hearing on application D10-ART-11-24 for 106 Kelwood Lane
• Cash‑in‑lieu parkland fee of $1,100
• Payment of municipal taxes in full
• Submission of deeds and electronic/paper survey copies
• Rezoning of the severed and retained lot

Council Meeting

The Township of Cramahe Council approved a by‑law to establish a Fire and Emergency Department and a separate by‑law authorizing a debenture to fund a new fire pumper. It also adopted a zoning amendment for 435 Ventress Road and tentatively approved the Eastfields Subdivision Agreement with Fidelity Group. Additionally, the council voted to move the October 22, 2024 council and Committee of Adjustment meetings to the Castleton Town Hall chambers.

• Approval of By‑law BL‑2024‑21 to establish and regulate the Township Fire & Emergency Department
• Approval of By‑law BL‑2024‑40 authorizing a debenture to finance the purchase of a fire truck
• Approval of By‑law BL‑2024‑39 amending the Comprehensive Zoning By‑law for 435 Ventress Road (wedding venue)
• Tentative approval of the Eastfields Subdivision Agreement with Fidelity Group (PLAN‑40‑24)
• Resolution to relocate the October 22, 2024 council and Committee of Adjustment meetings to Castleton Town Hall

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Township Council will receive public comments from the Ministry of Natural Resources on a discussion paper about commercial‑scale geologic carbon storage, a Canadian National Railway safety‑week notice, Lower Trent Conservation Board meeting minutes, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive event, and the Eastern Ontario Warden’s Caucus infrastructure resolution template. The council will also consider resolutions from other municipalities supporting lithium‑ion battery regulations, sustainable funding for the OPP, well‑water testing, blue‑box waste policies, accessibility initiatives, and infrastructure funding pressures. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Review of Ministry of Natural Resources discussion paper on commercial‑scale geologic carbon storage projects
• Review of Canadian National Railway rail safety week notice (Sept 23‑29, 2024)
• Review of Lower Trent Conservation Board meeting minutes (June 13, 2024)
• Review of Distinguished Gentleman’s Drive event (Sept 29, 2024) supporting prostate cancer and men’s mental health research
• Review of Eastern Ontario Warden’s Caucus draft resolution template for infrastructure investment in small and rural Eastern Ontario municipalities

Transportation Advisory Committee

The Transportation Advisory Committee will review several items for information. Discussions include maintenance agreements with Brighton, guardrail costs, and speed limit procedures. Staff are also tasked with investigating Highway Traffic Act regulations regarding crosswalk access.

• Guardrails within the Township and associated works and costs
• Speed limit review procedures and downtown traffic flow
• Update on the downtown Colborne parking lot analysis
• Maintenance agreements with neighboring Brighton
• 2024 budget update regarding requested versus approved funding

Committee of the Whole

The Committee is reviewing a zoning by-law amendment for 435 Ventress Road and a proposal to replace the Fire and Emergency Department by-law. Members are also considering a new public conduct policy and relocating October council meetings.

• Zoning By-law Amendment for 435 Ventress Road
• Proposal to repeal and replace Fire and Emergency Dept By-Law 2019-18
• Draft Cramahe Public Conduct Policy
• Relocation of October 22, 2024 Council meetings to Castleton Town Hall

Council Information Package

This meeting package is provided for information only and contains no items for decision. It includes various correspondence and resolutions received from other Ontario municipalities. Topics include infrastructure funding, water testing services, and provincial regulations.

• Cramahe Construction Report (June 2024)
• Planning Act and Development Charges Act regulations related to Bill 185
• Lakefront Utilities Inc. press release regarding power outages
• Municipal resolutions regarding infrastructure funding and water testing
• Resolutions concerning the regulation of non-native wild animals

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

The provided agenda for the Township of Cramahe Council meeting consists entirely of standard procedural headings. No specific items, reports, or decisions are documented in this test agenda.

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe will hold public meetings regarding two zoning by-law amendments. The first proposal seeks to permit a wedding venue at 435 Ventress Road. The second involves bringing lots at 188 Inglis Road into zoning compliance.

• Zoning amendment for a wedding venue at 435 Ventress Road
• Zoning amendment for property compliance at 188 Inglis Road

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

The agenda for the July 9, 2024, Cramahe Township Council meeting contains only procedural boilerplate. No specific reports, by-laws, or motions are included in this document.

• No substantive items listed

eSCRIBE Test Meeting

This agenda for the July 8, 2024, Township of Cramahe Council meeting consists only of procedural boilerplate. No specific topics, reports, or decisions are listed for discussion.

• No specific items or topics are listed on this agenda.

Council Information Package

This meeting consists of a council information package for review only. The package includes updates from the Housing and Homelessness Task Force and various resolutions from other Ontario municipalities regarding infrastructure, funding, and public safety.

• Housing and Homelessness Task Force meeting summary
• Ombudsman Annual Report 2023-2024
• Champlain Bridge Rehabilitation resolution (West Nipissing)
• Resolutions regarding sustainable infrastructure funding
• Green Roads Pilot Project notification

Council Meeting

The Cramahe Council is reviewing several land use and administrative items. This includes a temporary use by-law for 218 Orchard Road, new stop sign installations, and a real estate services contract for Deele Road.

• Zoning amendment for a petting zoo, dog park, and parking lot at 218 Orchard Road
• Awarding real estate services contract for Deele Road to the Kim & Sam Team
• Installation of stop signs at Old Shelter Valley Rd. and Old Percy Rd.
• Approval of a 60-tree donation from the Rotary Club of Colborne
• Notice regarding changes to municipal office hours of service

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment met to consider two public hearing applications. One involves a lot severance at 222 Pinewood School Road, and the other is a minor variance for an accessory structure at 382 Old Shelter Valley Road. The committee also reviewed minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting.

• Lot severance application (D10-BER-10-24) for 222 Pinewood School Road
• $1,100 Cash-in-Lieu of Parkland fee for the new lot at 222 Pinewood School Road
• Minor variance (D13-COC-04-24) for an accessory structure at 382 Old Shelter Valley Road
• Adoption of May 28, 2024 meeting minutes

Economic Development Advisory Committee

The Economic Development Advisory Committee will discuss the lack of a grocery store in Cramahe and review progress on the business directory. The meeting also includes updates on the Big Apple sign draw winners and business retention strategies.

• Selection of 10 businesses for the Big Apple sign draw
• Discussion regarding the lack of a grocery store in Cramahe
• Recommendations for business recognition awards, including Keeler Centre fee waivers
• Progress update on the Business Retention and Expansion Project

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting is a professional development session for council members. The agenda includes workshops regarding the Code of Conduct and the draft Strategic Plan. No decisions are scheduled to be made during the closed session.

• Workshop on Code of Conduct
• Workshop on draft Strategic Plan
• Integrity Commissioner presentation
• Approval of confirming By-law 2024-34

Council Information Package

The Cramahe Council will discuss and consider proclamations for Home Child Day and Dress Purple Day, as well as review various reports and updates from other municipalities and organizations. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions or actions expected.

• Proclamation of September 28, 2024, as Home Child Day
• Proclamation of October 25th, 2024 as Dress Purple Day
• May 2024 Construction Report
• AMO Policy Update on Bill 200

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Elgin Street Sports Park Rehabilitation project following a $39,000 budget allocation. Members will also review potential Ontario Trillium Foundation grant applications and plan 2024 community events using a $12,000 entertainment budget. Additionally, the committee will vote to appoint a new chair.

• Elgin Street Sports Park Rehabilitation Project ($39,000 allocation)
• Ontario Trillium Foundation Seed Grant application (up to $100,000 available)
• 2024 community event planning ($12,000 budget)
• Appointment of a new Committee Chair

Agricultural Committee

The Agricultural Advisory Committee will meet to review and accept amended Terms of Reference for 2024. The committee will also adopt minutes from the March 20, 2024, meeting.

• Review of amended Committee Mandate and Terms of Reference
• Adoption of March 20, 2024, meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee is reviewing a request to extend a temporary use by-law for 218 Orchard Road to allow a petting zoo, dog park, and parking lot. Members will also receive a presentation on electric school buses and review business recognition award requests.

• Temporary Use By-Law extension for 218 Orchard Road (The Big Apple)
• Proposed petting zoo, dog park, and commercial parking lot
• Presentation on Green Transport to the Future electric school buses
• Cramahe Business Recognition Awards funding and fee waivers

Public Meeting

The Township of Cramahe is considering an extension for By-Law BL-2022-44 at 218 Orchard Road. The proposal would allow the continued operation of a dog park, petting zoo, and commercial parking lot associated with The Big Apple for one year.

• Extension of temporary use By-Law BL-2022-44
• Continued operation of a dog park, petting zoo, and commercial parking lot